Find out how popular the last name Moussignac is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Moussignac.

Moussignac, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Moussignac surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Moussignac in America

Moussignac is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Moussignac surname appeared 112 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Moussignac.

The history of the last name Moussignac

The surname MOUSSIGNAC has its origins in France, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated from a place name, possibly a village or town in the southern region of France. The name itself is thought to be derived from the Old French words "mousse" meaning moss, and "signac" referring to a small valley or gully.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname MOUSSIGNAC can be found in a manuscript from the 13th century, which mentions a landowner named Jean de MOUSSIGNAC. This suggests that the name was initially borne by members of the nobility or gentry who owned properties in the area from which the name originated.

In the 15th century, a renowned scholar and philosopher named Pierre MOUSSIGNAC (1412-1479) gained prominence for his writings on metaphysics and natural philosophy. He was a respected figure in academic circles and his works were widely studied in universities across Europe.

During the 16th century, a family of MOUSSIGNAC merchants and traders settled in the city of Lyon, where they established a successful business dealing in fine textiles and luxury goods. One notable member of this family was Jacques MOUSSIGNAC (1532-1612), who served as a city councilor and played a significant role in the city's affairs.

In the 17th century, a French naval officer named Étienne MOUSSIGNAC (1625-1698) achieved recognition for his bravery and leadership during several naval battles against the British and Dutch fleets. He was awarded numerous honors and titles for his service to the French crown.

Another prominent figure bearing the MOUSSIGNAC surname was Marguerite MOUSSIGNAC (1789-1864), a renowned painter and artist during the Romantic era. Her works, depicting landscapes and scenes from daily life, were highly celebrated and can be found in several prestigious art collections across Europe.

While the surname MOUSSIGNAC is not among the most common in France, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Moussignac

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Moussignac.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Moussignac was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Moussignac was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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